SECURITY ARCHITECT

Security Tech Lead/ Security Architect 

Chicago,IL/ Tempe, AZ – 3 days hybrid

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• Need resource to review security architecture, overall assessment of security of Saas platform - architect/ advisory profile
• Architecture and design role, not managing but reviewing platform. Someone with previous hands-on experience will be successful in this role
• 7+ years in cybersecurity and 3+ years in cloud security
• Not looking for expert in 1 domain, wants someone who has an understanding of all domains - cloud security, identity, data security, logs
• Collaboration skills - working with stakeholders, application teams, platform owners
• Cloud - Prefers Azure then AWS, Google Cloud Platform. But this role doesn''t need deep cloud experience, its more focused on Saas
• Cybersecurity frameworks, guideline knowledge is required
• Certification - CISSP, CSSP are ideal but willing to look at stronger candidates with no certification

Description: looking for an enthusiastic, innovative Security Architect to lead Security Architecture reviews specific to SaaS platforms.

Qualifications
• Bachelor''s degree in computer science or related discipline and experience in information security, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Deep knowledge of cloud security, preferred experience in financial industry.
• Excellent consultative and communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with client, partner, and IT management and staff.
• Seven years of experience in the Information Security role. Three years of experience with cloud and/or technologies
• CISSP, CSSP, CCNP/CCIE Security, or Cloud security certification preferred
• Strong collaboration skills and analytical ability

Skill Level: Senior

Requirements/Responsibilities-
• In-depth knowledge of various cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and SSDLC
• Hands-on experience with management of SaaS platforms within enterprise environment
• Knowledge related to third party cyber security due diligence and Risk Management
• Experience working with identity management systems including Authentication, SSO, RBAC, privilege management, Microsoft Entra
• Must be knowledgeable related to various security frameworks, compliance, and regulations including NIST, GDPR, SOC reports etc.
• Experience working with Microsoft Azure, AWS, hybrid, and multi-cloud systems
• Very good understanding of data security concepts including encryption, retention, classification
• Knowledge related to Application security including OWASP, API security, SSDLC etc.
• Understanding related to security and audit logs, SIEM integration, alerting, incident response plan, pen testing
• Very good understanding related to the concepts related to Firewall, IPS/IDS, Proxy servers, WAF, App Proxy, APIM
• Very strong understanding of network architecture concepts including topology, protocols, and components
• Ability to establish security patterns related to cloud/ hybrid architecture and work with various tech teams to assist with the implementation as needed
• Must be able to represent the team in technical discussions and drive towards deliverables with minimal guidance
• Very good understanding of zero-trust architecture and working experience with relevant tools/technologies
• Knowledge related to AI, specifically Microsoft co-pilot


Must Have:
• Experience working with identity management systems including Authentication, SSO, RBAC, privilege management, Microsoft Entra